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This week, rapper XXXTentacion was shot and killed in Deerfield Beach, Fla.

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Lupita Nyong’o Celebrates 10 Years After Oscar Win and Her New Film: The Wild Robot

The 20-year-old was at the height of his career, but his life was mired in legal troubles and abuse allegations. Celebrities and fans have been honoring him on Twitter, and some even appear to be making him out to be a martyr.

Why is a successful man’s legacy seemingly bulletproof, despite accusations that he was abusive to women?

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